Arriving in Switzerland without your furniture: a classic expat challenge
Every year, thousands of expats settle in French-speaking Switzerland to join Geneva's international organisations, companies along Lake Geneva or institutions in Lausanne. Most arrive with suitcases — not with a container of furniture. Yet the vast majority of Swiss homes are rented unfurnished, kitchen aside.
That leaves you three options: buy in a hurry (expensive, time-consuming — and what do you do with the furniture when you leave?), live for weeks in an empty apartment… or rent your furniture.
Furniture rental: the solution designed for expats
With Swaap, you choose a complete furniture package online — living room, bedroom, dining room, even tableware and appliances — and our teams deliver and install everything before you even arrive if you wish. Your apartment is ready to live in from the very first evening.
- Flexible: 3, 6 or 12-month subscriptions, extendable or adjustable to match your assignment.
- No obligation to buy: when you leave, we take everything back. Fallen in love with a piece? Every item can be purchased.
- Zero logistics: delivery, assembly and pick-up included throughout French-speaking Switzerland.
How much should you budget?
A complete package for a 2-3 room apartment starts at around CHF 150-250/month depending on the range — far less than a rushed purchase of several thousand francs, and without the chore of reselling on classified ads when you leave. The furniture consists of designer pieces from premium brands, not stopgap items.
Our practical tips for settling in
- Book your furniture as soon as your lease is signed: we deliver within days.
- Start with the essentials (bed, sofa, table) — you can add pieces at any time.
- Don't forget the details that make all the difference: tableware, lamps, rugs. Our packages include them.
Questions? Check our FAQ or write to us — our team replies in French and English. Willkommen, welcome, bienvenue to Switzerland!
